Muskegon County Airport

KMKG / MKG

Muskegon, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 14:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
14:55Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
7 kt
70°
10 SM
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMKG 051455Z 07007KT 10SM BKN012 OVC023 22/20 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP148 T02220200 51008 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 629 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
OVC 2,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,829 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,929 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Muskegon County Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,300 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 7 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 12:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (629 ft)
Pressure Alt
577 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,568 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF KMKG 051225Z 0512/0612 06007KT 4SM BR VCSH OVC010 TEMPO 0512/0514 3SM -SHRA BR OVC008 FM051400 06007KT P6SM VCSH BKN012 FM051700 04008KT P6SM BKN035 FM052100 03009KT P6SM BKN140 FM052300 04008KT P6SM SCT140 FM060300 05008KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:21Z BASE
+0h
IFR 60° 7 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
17:00Z FM051700
+2h
VFR 40° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
21:00Z FM052100
+6h
VFR 30° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 14,000 ft
23:00Z FM052300
+8h
VFR 40° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
MKG
06 ✈️
24
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 56°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
14/32 5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
2.7 kt 6.4 kt
67° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMKG

9,221 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
26%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
4.3%

Muskegon County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
12%
N
9.1%
S
12.3%
W
16.8%
NE
4.1%
NW
14.7%
SE
10%
SW
12%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -21°C to 32°C
-21°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

July May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 9,221 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muskegon County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMKG
IATA Code: MKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 629 ft MSL

Location

City: Muskegon
Country: US
Latitude: 43.169498°
Longitude: -86.238197°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muskegon County Airport

Overview

Muskegon County Airport serves as a regional aviation facility located in western Michigan, strategically positioned near Lake Michigan. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with two paved runways, supporting diverse aviation operations in the Muskegon County area at an elevation of 629 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Muskegon County Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 54.3% of observations. Pilots should anticipate Marginal VFR conditions in 31.5% of cases, with potential IFR or Low IFR conditions during approximately 14.2% of the time. The prevailing westerly winds at an average of 9.8 knots and temperature range from -20°C to 30°C require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,501 feet and Runway 14/32 at 5,001 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6.5 and 5.6 knots respectively. The surrounding terrain and Lake Michigan proximity likely contribute to the airport's dynamic weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.5 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions below 3 miles in 9.9% of observations and light fog in 2.3% of reports. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Great Lakes region.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.